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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kanner, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Charles Kanner, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Kanner graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kanner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanner’s office at (718) 266-5700.
Where did Dr. Kanner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Albert Einstein Coll Med | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Kanner board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Kanner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kanner speak?
Dr. Kanner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kanner typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kanner diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kanner. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kanner typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kanner performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kanner. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Does Dr. Kanner accept my insurance?
Dr. Kanner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 266-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kanner accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kanner in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kanner's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kanner affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kanner has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital,New York, NY
Gold Standard Top Hospital

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 13 Procedures

Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital,New York, NY
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 13 Procedures
Coney Island Hospital,Brooklyn, NY
Coney Island Hospital,Brooklyn, NY
What is Dr. Kanner's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kanner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831301332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kanner
What is Dr. Charles Kanner's specialty?
Dr. Kanner is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is Dr. Charles Kanner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kanner is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Charles Kanner accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Charles Kanner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Kanner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kanner's office at (718) 266-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Kanner?
Please contact Dr. Kanner's office at (718) 266-5700 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kanner's office located?
Dr. Kanner's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Kanner have?
Dr. Charles Kanner is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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